Ep 6. Hot Wheels, Hot Deals

In Restoration Garage season 3 episode 6, titled "Hot Wheels, Hot Deals," the team at Ideal Cars takes on two unique projects. The first is a 1969 Camaro that needs a lot of attention. The car was taken apart in the early 90s and has been sitting in boxes ever since. The team will have to do a complete restoration, including installing a new engine, transmission, and suspension. The customer wants the car to look like it just came off the factory floor.

The second project is quite different from the first. A client has brought in his collection of rare Hot Wheels cars, including some that are worth thousands of dollars. He wants to display the cars in his house, but he needs custom-built cases to hold them all. The team starts by measuring all the cars and drawing up plans for the cases. Then they head to the shop to build the cases out of wood and acrylic. The cases have to be strong enough to hold the weight of the cars, but they also need to show off the details of each tiny vehicle.

As both projects progress, the team encounters some unexpected challenges. The Camaro has been sitting for so long that some of the parts are no longer available, and they will have to be custom-made. Meanwhile, the Hot Wheels cases need to be perfect - one slip of the saw could ruin a valuable car. But with their skills and expertise, the team at Ideal Cars is up for the challenge.

Throughout the episode, viewers get to see the team's dedication to their craft and their passion for classic cars. They work tirelessly to make sure that every detail is perfect, from the stitching on the upholstery to the shine on the paint. The show also gives viewers a fascinating look at the world of collecting, as the team teaches the client about the value of his Hot Wheels cars and how to properly care for them.

At the end of the episode, both projects are revealed in all their glory. The Camaro looks like it just rolled out of the factory, with shiny new paint and a purring engine. The client is thrilled with his Hot Wheels cases, which not only display his cars but also add a unique element to his home décor. The episode ends with the team celebrating their successes and looking forward to their next project.